. ESTEVAN COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

GRADE 10, 11, 12 STUDENT REGISTRATION HANDBOOK

2020 – 2021 SCHOOL YEAR

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REGISTRATION OF ECS STUDENTS

ECS is very proud of its students and their accomplishments, be they academic, athletic or artistic.

Please try to become involved with as many of these activities as you can, because high school days are ones you will remember for the rest of your lives. If you bring an enthusiastic, positive approach to school, and take an active part in the things we offer, you will

get so much more than if you simply attend class.

A school that has an active, involved, and caring student body is an effective and happy school - a place that people look to as their own. We want ECS to be such a school, and you as an involved student, can make that happen.

The courses and programs offered at ECS give everyone the chance to develop to their highest potential. We have courses for

everyone, and offer everyone the chance to succeed. What you as a student have to do is seize that chance to be the best you can be.

Remember, to pursue Excellence, you must make a Commitment to achieve Success.

Mr. P. Jeannot

- 3 - REGISTRATION OBJECTIVES AT ECS

The educational program of the Estevan Comprehensive School is founded in the belief that each student should be given the fullest opportunity to achieve educational goals appropriate with their abilities. Parents and students are encouraged to study this guide to help choose courses which match the needs of the individual student. A student's ability must be considered. Courses that are above the student's ability cause frustration, while courses that are too easy may not provide the necessary challenges and not prepare the student for their career in life. Teachers have access to records of each student's ability, achievements, interests, and work habits. Parents and students are encouraged to contact teachers or a Student Services Counsellor for an interview to assist students in selecting courses that match their individual interests, abilities and choice of career. It is the responsibility of every student to continuously be aware of the number of credits being accumulated through each semester. Uncertainties should be cleared up through the Student Services. It is also important to note that timetable and staffing decisions, in terms of class offerings and class sizes, are made based on student enrollment. Students and their parents are encouraged to take registration seriously and to take time to choose classes carefully. We hope that this guide will assist you in making decisions that will make your time at the Estevan Comprehensive School an enjoyable one, a successful one, and, most importantly, one which will prepare you to be a productive, well-adjusted citizen in society. The Staff and Administration of ECS

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. THE ECS SCHOOL DAY/SEMESTER/YEAR

There will be five classes a day, with lunch taking place after period 3. The school day begins at 9:00 am. Semester one begins in September and ends near the end of January. Semester two starts at the end of January and concludes at the end of June.

2. YEARBOOKS

Yearbooks can be ordered and purchased at the beginning of the school year.

3. MISSING MATERIALS

Students and parents will be notified of missing materials at the end of Semester 1 and 2. Students will be invoiced for missing items.

4. POSSIBLE EXPENSES

Note that some courses have expenditures for supplies, fees, programs and or workshops. Please refer to individual course descriptions for more information.

5. SCHOOL FACILITIES

A. Library/Resource Centre – A large variety of books, magazines and research

materials, as well as computers, are available at the library. Students are able to use these facilities from 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday through Friday.

B. Student Services Centre – Services include: registration and timetable changes, post-secondary information, career inventories, counselling services, assistance to parents, students and teachers.

C. Cafeteria – Open from 8:00am-3:00pm daily, serving snacks, juices, and

water. Lunch is served during the common lunch hour. All meals are priced affordably for everyone to stop in and enjoy.

6. SPECIAL PROGRAM OPTIONS

To accommodate individual student needs, ECS provides several options.

Recommendations for a student to receive special programming are made in consultation with the student, parents/guardians and the teaching staff. The special programs offered for grade 10-12 include:

Modified courses in the core subjects: English Language Arts, Math, Science and Social

English as an additional Language Alternative Education Program Functionally Integrated Program

- 4 - 7. COURSE AVAILABILITY

Although a specific course may be offered at registration time, this is not a

guarantee that it will be scheduled. A sufficient number of requests must be received before a course will be scheduled. Students will be notified if a course were to be unavailable, and there will be an opportunity to select another course.

8. COURSE NUMBERING Courses are numbered according to the pattern set out by Ministry of Education.

The first digit of the number indicates the year level and the second number indicates the course orientation.

Grade 10 courses are level 10

Grade 11 courses are level 20 Grade 12 courses are level 30 The second digit in the course numbering refers to the following: (0-academic)

(1-modified) (8-alternative)

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GRADE 10 GRADE 11 COMPULSORY: MODIFIED: COMPULSORY: MODIFIED: ___ ELA A10 OR ___ELA A 10-AP ___ ELA A11 ___*ELA 20 OR ___*ELA 20-AP ___*ELA 21 ___ ELA B10 OR ___ELA B 10-AP ___ ELA B11 ___ *Health Science 21 ___ Math: Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10 ___ Math 11 AT LEAST ONE: ___ *Math 21 ___ Math: Workplace & Apprenticeship 10 ___ Science 11 ___*Math: Foundations 20 ___ *Social Studies 21 ___ Science 10 ___ Social Studies 11 ___*Math: Pre-Calculus 20 ___ Wellness 10 *Students need one of Wellness ___*Math: Workplace & Apprenticeship 20 10, PE 20, or PE 30 to meet graduation requirements. Students should enroll in the course of their grade level. AT LEAST ONE: AT LEAST ONE: ___ *Computer Science 20 ___ History 20 AT LEAST ONE: ___ *Environmental Science 20 ___ Law 30 ___ History 10 ___ *Health Science 20 ___ Psychology 20 ___ Native Studies 10 ___ *Physical Science 20 ___ Psychology 30 ___ Social Studies 10 ___ Social Studies 20 ARTS EDUCATION ELECTIVES: OTHER ELECTIVES: PAA ELECTIVES: OTHER ELECTIVES: ___ Band 10 ___ Emergency It is recommended to take the 10 level elective before ___ Band 20 ___ Choral 10 Response Training 10L the 20 level course. ___ Choral 20 ___ Drama 10 ___ French 10 Core ___ Accounting 20 ___*Creative Writing 20 ___ Music 10 ___ Auto Body 20 ___ Drama 20 ___ Visual Art 10 ___ EAL ___ Career & Work Expl 20 ___*French 20 Core ___ Christian Ethics 20 ___ Music 20 PAA ELECTIVES: ___ Commercial Cooking 20 ___ Phys Ed-HP 20 ___ Accounting 10 ___ Commercial Cooking 20L ___ Phys Ed 20 ___ Auto Body 10 ___ Communication Media 20 ___ Sports Medicine 20L ___ Christian Ethics 10 ___ Construction 20 ___ Visual Art 20 ___ Construction 10 ___ Cosmetology 20 ___ Commercial Cooking 10 ___ Cosmetology 20L ___ EAL ___ Cosmetology 10 ___ Drafting 20 ___ Drafting 10 ___ Electricity 20 ___ Electricity 10 ___ Information Processing 20 ___ Information Processing 10 ___ Machining 20 ___ Machining 10 ___ Mechanics 20A ___ Mechanics 10 ___ Mechanics 20B ___ Photography 10 ___ Personal Finance 20 ___ Welding 10 ___ Welding 20 ____ Driver Education (must be 15 before August 31, 2021) -Credits in Arts Education and/or Practical & Applied Arts are required for graduation. It is recommended that a minimum of 2 of these classes be taken in grade 10

* INDICATES A PREREQUIITE IS REQUIRED

-It is recommended that grade 10, 11, and 12 students select 10 credits per year -It is recommended that grade 10, 11 & 12 students select 10 credits per year

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GRADE 12 FRENCH IMMERSION COMPULSORY: MODIFIED: GRADE 10 COMPULSORY: ___*ELA A30 OR ___*ELA A30-AP ___*ELA A31 ___ Arts Pratiqués et Appliqués ___*ELA B30 OR ___*ELA B30-AP ___*ELA B31 ___ Français Immersion 10 ___ Social Studies 31 ___ Histoire 10 AT LEAST ONE: ___ Mieux-Être 10 ___ History 30 ___ Science 10 OR 11 ___ Social Studies 30 Select one or both: ___ English Language Arts A10 PAA ELECTIVES: OTHER ELECTIVES: ___ English Language Arts B10 It is recommended to take the 10 & 20 level elective ___ Band 30 before the 30 level course. ___*Biology 30 GRADE 11 COMPULSORY: ___ Accounting 30 ___*Chemistry 30 ___ Éducation Physique 20 ___ Auto Body 30 ___ Choral 30 ___ English Language Arts 20 OR 20AP or 21 ___ Career & Work Exploration A30 ___ Drama 30 ___ Français Immersion 20 ___ Career & Work Exploration B30 ___ *Earth Science 30 ___ Français Immersion 30 ___ Christian Ethics 30 ___ *French 30 Core ___ Sciences Sociales 30 ___ Commercial Cooking 30 ___ History of Math 30L Select one of: ___ Commercial Cooking 30L ___ Law 30 ___ Foundations of Math 20 ___ Communication Media 30 ___ Leadership 30L ___ Pre-Calculus 20 ___ Construction 30 ___ *Math: Calculus 30 ___ Workplace & Apprenticeship 20 ___ Cosmetology 30 ___ *Math: Foundations 30 Select one of: ___ Cosmetology 30L ___ *Math: Pre-Calculus 30 ___ Computer Science 20 ___ Drafting 30 ___ *Math: Workplace & App 30 ___ Environmental Science 20 ___ Electricity 30 ___ Music 30 ___ Health Science 20 ___ Entrepreneurship 30 ___ Phys Ed-HP 30 ___ Physical Science 20 ___ Information Processing 30 ___ Phys Ed 30 ___ Science 21 ___ Machining 30 ___ *Physics 30 ___ Mechanics 30A ___ Psychology 30 GRADE 12 COMPULSORY: ___ Personal Finance 30 ___ Visual Art 30 ___ Éducation Physique 30 ___ Welding A30 ___ Français Immersion 20 ___ Welding B30 ___ EAL ___ Français Immersion 30 ___ Sciences Sociales 30 Select one of: * INDICATES A PREREQUIITE IS REQUIRED ___ English Language Arts A30 OR A30-AP or A31 -It is recommended that grade 10, 11 & 12 students select 10 credits per year ___ English Language Arts B30 OR B30-AP or B31

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The English Language Arts (ELA) program is designed for students to extend their language skills and strategies and become competent users of all six language arts strands through many opportunities to view, listen, read, represent, speak, and write in meaningful contexts. The English Language Arts program at ECS is either the Regular Academic program, the Advanced Placement (AP) program, or the Modified program. The Modified program is suited to those students experiencing difficulty in the basics of reading and composition. A student must be recommended for this program. By policy, a student is allowed to take only one ELA class each semester except in the last semester when a maximum of two classes is allowed to make up for any deficiency. ECS requires students to earn a minimum of 5 ELA credits in Grades 10, 11, and 12. ELA A10 – Contains units based around the themes "The Challenges of Life" and

"The Mysteries of Life." ELA B10 – Contains units based around the themes "Equity and Ethics" and "The

World Around and Within Us. ELA 20 - Uses the changes from child to adult as its organizing framework. Units

include “Starting Out – Beginning and Becoming” and “Moving Forward – Establishing and Realizing.”

ELA A30 - Organizes its study around the Canadian experience. Students read

literature from many Canadian voices, from different regions, from different time periods and from different ethnicities and learn to recognize their own voices contributing to the country. Units include “Canadian Perspectives: Distinct and Rich” and “Canadian Landscapes: Diverse and Dynamic.”

ELA B30- Studies literature from around the world looking at human concerns in a

global society. Students will write about, listen to, read about and reflect on the nature of humanity in many cultures. Units include “The Search for Self” and “The Social Experience.”

ELA 11, ELA 21, AND ELA 31 – These courses are intended for students who cannot achieve all the outcomes in the regular English 10, 20 and 30 courses, but require 5 ELA credits for graduation. The modified program is suited to those students experiencing difficulty in the basics of reading and composition. These classes are not accepted by the universities but are accepted by some post-secondary institutions. A student registering in these classes must be recommended by the ELA Department and parental consent must be given.

ELECTIVES CREATIVE WRITING 20 – (Prerequisite is ELA A10 or ELA B10) Creative Writing 20

is designed to develop students’ creative writing abilities and to refine their skills. Students explore and develop their own ideas, a variety of writing strategies, and a range of writing forms. By reading and discussing a variety of texts and by tapping their personal experiences and imaginations, students have an opportunity to create and prepare for possible publication of their own texts. They are encouraged to explore their own voices, to reflect on, and respond critically to their own and their peers’ writing.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS A10 & B10 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) – These

are introductory AP courses for students who are interested in enrichment as well as the possibility of writing the AP exam in grade 12. The courses cover the curricular outcomes for ELA A10 and ELA B10 supplemented with extended reading and writing and practice with close reading and analysis. This class may include a field trip activity fee of no more than $30. A student registering for these classes must write the AP placement test in May and parental consent must be given.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 20 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) - Students who

plan to write the AP exam in their grade 12 year are encouraged to register for ELA 20 AP. The course covers the curriculum mandated ELA 20 course supplemented with extended reading and writing and practice with close reading and analysis. Students are also encouraged to enroll in Creative Writing 20 in Semester 1. This class may include a field trip activity fee of no more than $30. Students with 85% or higher in their regular ELA 10 classes are strongly encouraged to register for ELA 20 AP. A student registering for this class must write the AP placement test in May and parental consent must be given.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS A30 & B30 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) –

(Prerequisite ELA 10 AP OR ELA 20 AP) This class is recommended for students that excel in English and want a

challenge. Students will study the regular ELA 30 content enriched with other reading and writing and must be prepared for stimulating and thought provoking work. Students are expected to have extra reading from provided booklists completed for the beginning of the school year. Students who do not maintain an 80%+ average at any reporting period will have their status in the AP class reviewed. Enrolment indicates a commitment to write the AP exam in May. The exam fee of $90 U.S. is payable to the main office by the end of January.

Students successful at a level 4 or 5 receive class credit at most Canadian and American universities. Students also receive high school credit for ELA-AP. This class may include a field trip activity fee of no more than $30. A student registering for these classes must write the AP placement test in May and parental consent must be given.

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ENGLISH as an ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE – EAL A10L – Introduction to English

This course is designed for students with little or no previous English language instruction. It will help students develop confidence in themselves as English language learners. This course will provide language development opportunities in the four language skill areas (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), in representing, and in viewing. Students will have opportunities to develop basic English language skills for communicating about self, family, school, and community.

EAL B10L - Level 2 - This course is for students of English who are able to

communicate at a basic level, but find it difficult to explain their thoughts in detail. This course will help students develop their English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and representing. In addition to language skills development, students will explore Canadian culture, history, and strategies to help them in other subject areas.

EAL A20L – Level 3 - This course is aimed at students who have studied English, but

have better than basic level English language skills. This course is designed for students who are making transitions into secondary level academic areas of study to enhance their English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and representing.

EAL B20L – Level 4 - This course is aimed at students who have studied English, but

due to their English language skills, have not yet achieved the level of success in their regular classes that they desire. This course is designed for students who are making transitions into secondary level academic areas of study to enhance their English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and representing.

ARTS EDUCATION

VISUAL ART 10 - The visual art program provides students with the opportunity to

use the language, methods and materials of visual art. They will explore their own ideas, experiences, feelings, and cultural identities through the creation of visual art expressions. They will also explore the works of other artists as a means to understand the role visual art has in cultures and societies. This course helps to expand and develop a positive visual art skill set.

VISUAL ART 20 - This course builds on the skills and practices introduced in Art 10.

It also introduces new mediums and techniques which the students will use in the creation of visual art expressions. There is a focus on the students developing their ability to express ideas through their art works.

VISUAL ART 30 In this course students should work to create pieces which can be

used in a visual art portfolio. They have opportunities to make choices which celebrate their strengths while still being encouraged to explore new mediums and content. This course includes an independent study where a student’s own unique art vision can come to life as a credit assignment. Students will also have the opportunity to organize a student art exhibition.

BAND 10, 20, 30 - The band program offers a variety of musical experiences. There are opportunities for performance in concert band and jazz ensemble. Band is scheduled for the full year where a full credit per school year can be obtained. The basic aim of the band program is to give the student an understanding and appreciation of music that will last a lifetime. School curriculum requires that Fine Arts must be taken in high school - Band fulfills this requirement. ECS bands and Jazz bands participate in many festivals, as well as being active in the community. These festivals play a large part in the musical and social development of the band students and all band students should take part in these festivals if at all possible.

CHORAL 10, 20, 30 - Class activities include a variety of in school and out of school

performances, such as local and provincial music festivals, Rotary Carol Festival, community group entertainment, and an annual Choral Showcase Concert.

DRAMA 10 - The Drama 10 course is designed to move the student through

orientation into the basic disciplines of speech, movement, improvisation and theatre studies. The emphasis is on drama and beginning skill development with a group setting. The focus is on individual progress and personal growth with process being more important than presentation. Performance is a required outcome of this course. All students will be required to perform in front of each other and other possible invited audiences at various times.

DRAMA 20, 30 -These classes are each worth one credit. The emphasis moves from

the group oriented focus of Drama 10 to individual performance and skills evaluation. Therefore, students enrolled in Drama 20 and Drama 30 should have a keen interest in performance theatre. Students will continue to develop skills in improvisation, characterization, movement and speech. Script analysis, theatre history, play study and play production will also be covered. Note: Only one senior level of Drama may be attained per year.

MUSIC 10, 20, and 30 – Instrumental band/orchestral/vocal– This class will focus

on the individual instrumentalist and the skills one needs to perform on their instrument as a soloist, in small ensembles and in large groups. Continuation of skills touched on in band/choral including music theory, music history, instrument technique, basic conducting, score reading and musician wellness. All instruments welcome with approval of the instructor. Students must supply their own instrument.

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The aim of Core French education is to enable all learners to gain insight into Francophone and other cultures, to expand their awareness of language and language learning and to develop their communicative competence in French by their participation in meaningful communicative experiences in French. The Core French program promotes the teaching of language through themes that focus on student experiences. Each theme includes a topic to be developed and a unit project or an experiential goal. This goal creates a need to know language structures and vocabulary which can be formally taught while they complete projects instead of simply examining the language. Students will use the language for a definite purpose, to complete a clearly defined task. In addition to learning to use the language, students benefit from time spent learning about the language as well as learning how to learn the language. All students should purchase a French/English dictionary and a Bescherelle (verb conjugation book). CORE FRENCH 10 - The students will study 5 different themes & be exposed to

French movies, music and food during the semester. They will do written and oral assignments/exams on these themes to learn about the French language and culture. (Recommended pre-requisite French 9)

CORE FRENCH 20 - The students will study 5 different themes & be exposed to

French movies, music and food during the semester. They will do written and oral assignments/exams on these themes to learn about the French language and culture. (Recommended pre-requisite French 10)

CORE FRENCH 30 - The students will study 5 different themes & be exposed to

French movies, music and food during the semester. They will do written and oral assignments/exams on these themes to learn about the French language and culture. (Recommended pre-requisite French 20)

FRENCH IMMERSION

The goals of the French immersion program are to provide French Immersion students the opportunity to continue their education using the French language. The primary goal is to become functionally bilingual by the completion of grade twelve. Students completing the program are able to communicate efficiently in French and English. They can take post-secondary education/training in both French and English. They can undertake employment in French and English. * All French immersion classes are taught entirely in French. * All French immersion students must take all 12 Immersion credits to receive a Bilingual diploma FRANÇAIS IMMERSION 10 - There are 3 main themes addressed in this course:

print media, literature of the 20th century and music. These themes will be used to invite students to discover the opinions of individuals and groups within society.

FRANÇAIS IMMERSION 20 - In this course, students will study French media/journalism, do a novel study and write their own comic. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2020-2021)

FRANÇAIS IMMERSION 30 - In this course, students will study French & Canadian

novels, short stories, poetry and theatre as well as take part in a debate. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2020-2021)

FRANÇAIS IMMERSION INTÉGRÉ 20A - The focus of this course is on French

cinema and entrepreneurship. The students will create their own business plan. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2019/2020)

FRANÇAIS IMMERSION INTÉGRÉ 20B - The focus of this course is on Sociology and Psychology. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2019/2020)

HISTOIRE 10 - This course covers European history from the Renaissance to

Imperialism. Students will examine the development of overseas empires by various European powers. The dialectical reasoning approach is used to address such issues as population growth, human rights and conflict.

HISTOIRE 20 - The students study: the destruction of the Ancient Order, Totalitarian

State, National Sovereignty & Collective Security, Superpowers as well as Current World Issues. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2019/2020)

MIEUX-ÉTRE 10 - This course strives to create a balance and a link between

physical education and health. The Wellness component of the course looks at Stress Management, Leisure, Healthy Relationships, Nutrition, Volunteer Community Service, Physical Fitness and Physical Activity. Together the Physical aspect and the Wellness component encourage a well-rounded and well informed participant. Course work includes an active participation, research, assignments, exams, community volunteer hours and physical ability testing.

ÉDUCATION PHYSIQUE 20/30 - This course has the ultimate goal of encouraging the students to develop and adopt an active lifestyle that will continue to serve them as future involved citizens. The students are encouraged to use physical activity as a vehicle in maintaining their personal well being. Course work includes active participation, assignments, exams and volunteer community service.

ARTS PRATIQUES ET APPLIQUÉS, COURS COMBINÉ (PAA) 9 – Students will

focus on Nutrition & Wellness, Tourism, Careers as well as Community Involvement. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2020-2021)

- 10 - ART DRAMATIQUE 10 - – In this course, the students will focus on speech,

movement, improvisation and theatre studies. Participation is a large part of this class. (Offered in 2019/2020)

SCIENCES SOCIALES 30 - In this course, the students will study Change, the

Economy, Sovereignty, Culture as well as the Government of Canada. They will complete written and oral projects/exams throughout the semester. (Offered in 2020-2021)

MATHEMATICS

Saskatchewan’s grade 10-12 mathematics curricula are based upon a framework that was developed in response to data collected from post-secondary institutions and business and industry sectors regarding the mathematics needed by students for different disciplines, areas of study and work areas. All pathways and courses present different math for different purposes. **The Ministry of Education and SECPSD are recommending that students enroll in both Grade 10 pathways in order to allow students to identify the math that is most suitable for them. If a student chooses not to take one of the Math 10's, they must complete a form, signed by the parent/guardian, stating they understand the consequences of taking only one. Forms are available from your homeroom teacher.

SECONDARY MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM

WORKPLACE AND APPRENTICESHIP MATHEMATICS - This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number, statistics and probability. WORKPLACE AND APPRENTICESHIP 10 - (prerequisite Math 9) Topics include the measurement systems (metric and imperial), spatial reasoning, Pythagorean Theorem, convex polygons, primary trigonometric ratios, angles, proportional reasoning, consumer math and manipulation and application of formulas. WORKPLACE AND APPRENTICESHIP 20 – (prerequisite Workplace/App 10) Topics include: properties of equality, numerical reasoning, surface area and volume, right triangles, three-dimensional diagrams, financial planning, compound interest, using credit, slope and linear functions, ratios and proportion, graphs used to represent data. WORKPLACE AND APPRENTICESHIP 30 - (prerequisite Workplace/App 20) Topics include Puzzles/Games, Measuring Instruments, Sine/Cosine laws, Polygons, Transformations, Acquiring a Vehicle, Business Options, Linear Relations, Measures of Central Tendency, Percentiles and Probability. FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS - This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics include financial mathematics, geometry, measurement, number, logical reasoning, relations and functions, statistics and probability. FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS & PRE-CALCULUS 10 - (prerequisite Math 9) Topics include factors, irrational numbers, linear measurement, area, volume, problem solving with the primary trigonometric ratios, operations with polynomials, relations and functions, slope and solving systems of linear equations. FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS 20 – (prerequisite Foundations of Math/Pre- Calculus 10) Topics include: collecting and analyzing data, inductive and deductive reasoning, proportional relationships, properties of congruent triangles, sine and cosine laws, the normal distribution curve, systems of linear inequalities, and quadratic functions. FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS 30 - (Prerequisite Foundations of Math 20) Topics include Financial Decisions, Reasoning, Set Theory, Combinatorics, Odds/Probability, Probability of 2 events, Functions, and a Current Event involving data analysis. PRE-CALCULUS - This pathway is designed to provide students with the

mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics include: algebra and number, measurement, relations and functions, trigonometry, permutations and combinations and binomial theorem.

K-9 Mathematics

Workplace and Apprenticeship 10

Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10

Workplace and Apprenticeship 20

Foundations of Mathematics 20

Pre-Calculus 20

Workplace and Apprenticeship 30

Foundations of Mathematics 30 Pre-Calculus

30

Calculus 30

- 11 - PRE-CALCULUS 20 – (prerequisite Foundations of Math/Pre-Calculus 10) Topics include: absolute value of linear and quadratic functions, radicals, rational expressions and equations, trigonometric ratios, sine and cosine laws, advanced factoring, quadratic functions and equations, linear and quadratic inequalities, arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, reciprocal functions PRE-CALCULUS 30 – (prerequisite Pre-Calculus 20) Topics include Angles, Unit Circle, Trig Graphs, Trig Equations, Trig Identities, Functions, Transformations, Functions/Relations, Logarithms, Polynomial Functions, Radical/Rational Functions, Permutations and Combinations CALCULUS 30 - (Prerequisite Pre-Calculus 30) Calculus is an advanced

mathematics class designed especially for students who plan to attend University or to register in Technical Vocational Institute programs that require additional math courses. Before registering for this class, the student should discuss the program with his/her math teacher.

HISTORY OF MATH 30L-This course will provide the opportunity to make

connections between math of other cultures and times with the math we study in current provincial math curriculums. A locally developed course in math history will assist students in furthering their interest and knowledge, exposing them to mathematical topics they have not been exposed to previously. While engaged in this course, students will interact and explore topics through inquiry, hands on activities and a variety of instructional strategies designed to create opportunities for practice and acquisition of skills and knowledge related to the field of math history. Some of the mathematics topics covered will be an introduction to Linear Algebra and matrices, conic sections and the study of triangles. Although there is no prerequisite course for History of Math 30L, it is highly recommended that students have taken either Foundations of Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20 prior to this course. This is an elective course, and cannot be used as a post-secondary math credit.

CHECK WITH STUDENT SERVICES IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT SPECIFIC MATHEMATICS REQUIREMENTS FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION MATH 11 AND MATH 21 - courses are intended for students who cannot achieve all of the objectives in the regular Math 10 and 20 courses, but require a Math class for graduation. These classes are not accepted by the universities but are accepted by some post-secondary institutions. A student registering in these classes must be recommended by the Math teacher. MATH 11 - Math 11 is now an outcome based course with four themes. The first

theme is Earning and Spending Money which includes ratios, decimals, percents, reading tables and estimation. The second theme is Travel which includes time, probability, conversions and map reading. The third theme is Recreation and Wellness which includes proportional reasoning, estimation, measurement and data analysis. The fourth theme is My Home which includes the math needed for buying, building and finishing a home.

MATH 21 - (Prerequisite Math 10 or 11) - Math 21 is based on the same four themes as Math 11. The first theme is Earning and Spending Money which includes financial institutions services, budgeting, credit, leasing, renting and buying. The second theme is Travel which includes budgeting and itineraries. The third theme is Recreation and Wellness which includes puzzles and logical reasoning. The fourth theme is My Home which includes the math needed for buying, building and finishing a home. This credit will fulfill the graduation requirement for math.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

*Students are required to take one of Wellness 10, Physical Education 20, or Physical Education 30 for graduation purposes. Students should register for the course of their grade level. *All students should purchase an ECS gym uniform (cost $36.00) and goggles ($3.00) WELLNESS 10 - The main focus of this class is to develop a Wellness philosophy for

facilitating student choice toward decisions for optimal health and a process for developing awareness that health and happiness are attainable and to help to enhance healthy lifestyle and goal setting skills. This class does have a classroom setting, along with off-campus opportunities which concentrate on developing social skills. Some possible units include: Target Games, Goal Setting, Community Communications, Mental Awareness, Net/Wall Games, Relationship, Fitness Testing, Invasion Games, Individual, and Partner Activities

*The fee for this course is covered by ECS. PHYSICAL EDUCATION 20/30 - This exciting co-ed learning environment is

designed for grade 11 and 12 students who are motivated in taking Physical Education in a fun and safe environment. The main focus of the class is to help enhance student attitude, self esteem and self confidence in a Physical Education setting, helping students learn about themselves and experience life more fully in the pursuit of lifelong activity. These classes will have off campus components which will focus on developing social skills in a unique environment. Possible units include: Ultimate Football, *Aquatics, *Broomball, *Bowling, Weight room, Badminton, Pickelball, Basketball, *Curling, Volleyball, and Low Organized Games * A fee of $50 will be required for this class

HIGH PERFORMANCE PHYSICAL EDUCATION 20/30 - This class is designed for

grade eleven and twelve students who are interested in taking a Physical Education class in a more competitive atmosphere. The class will focus on increasing your overall fitness level, accomplished through activities and sports that will be of a more competitive nature. Interested students should be interested in developing their athletic skills to a higher level, sports-minded, and motivated to be in good physical condition. Possible activities:

Badminton, Basketball, *Bowling, *Broomball, *Curling, Floor Hockey, Lacrosse, Slow pitch, Team Handball, Volleyball, Weight Training

* A fee of $50 will be required for this class

- 12 - SPORTS MEDICINE 20L – This class is an elective course comprised of authentic

lab procedures, life-saving skills training and optimum experience in related career opportunities. Students are given direct instruction on first aid emergency skills, an understanding of common sports injuries and the effects such injuries can have. These foundational concepts could be transferred into all aspects of their current lives and into future roles as coaches and trainers in the community. The Sports Medicine course will develop a sense of responsibility towards others and allow students to set and work towards personal goals and promotes a healthy lifestyle in all aspects of life.

SCIENCE

In today's world change towards higher technology in our Canadian society, science is becoming a more important and valuable subject. An understanding of the basics in some sciences is not only desirable but essential in many work areas. Science at the high school level is designed to give students a basic understanding of a variety of science areas. The Grade 10 Science course is a compulsory subject designed to give students a broader comprehension of the scientific process. Our senior sciences consist of Health Science, Environmental Science and Physical Science for grade 11 and Chemistry, Physics and Biology for grade 12. A good mathematics background will help in all of the senior sciences. With so much emphasis on the sciences in the workplace, it is more important now for students to consider taking one or more of the senior sciences. To achieve in the senior sciences a student will be expected to see patterns in nature, be able to express and work with these patterns and learn new terms and theories dealing with these patterns. The sciences are an integral part of your education. Check with your Counsellor or a member of the Science department for the science courses most suited to you. SCIENCE 10 - The Science 10 curriculum is a science-technology-society-

environment approach to science classes within a relevant social framework. Students are exposed to a wider range of science concepts than the traditional program, and in addition, gain skills in writing and group interaction. Units include Career Investigation, Chemical Reactions, Force & Motion in our World, and Climate & Ecosystem Dynamics.

SCIENCE 11 - A general science program designed to satisfy the grade ten science

requirement and meet the needs of students who have had difficulty with Science 9 or 10. Topics considered include Chemical Reactions, Sustainability of Ecosystems, Motion in our World, and Weather Dynamics.

The science 10, 20, 30 pathways / prerequisites are as follows:

COMPUTER SCIENCE 20 - Course Description: Computer Science 20 is a beginner’s course with only very general computer skills needed to get started. The focus of this course is on computer programming with much less emphasis on other topics related to computers and technology. Students will learn to write code in the JavaScript language and develop logical thinking and problem solving skills. Prerequisite: Science 10. It is recommended that students have also taken Foundations and Pre-Calculus Math 10.

EARTH SCIENCE 30 - Course Description: Students will examine our planet’s geological origins and the geological timescale as a foundation to guide decision making with regard to the use of its mineral and energy resources, the maintenance and remediation of the environment, and response to geological hazards. Hands-on field experiences will enable students to develop visual-spatial reasoning skills and an understanding of the role of Geographic Information Systems. Students will also explore the historical and contemporary significance of Earth Science and related careers. Prerequisite: Physical Science 20 or Environmental Science 20

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 20 - Course Description: Students will learn how to

examine local and global environmental issues from a systems perspective while considering the effects of human actions and a growing global population on the climate and environment, as well as the effects of the environment on human health. They will explore the mechanisms and importance of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and the sustainability of past and current practices and technologies humans have developed to live with and within the environment. Prerequisite: Science 10 or 11

HEALTH SCIENCE 20 - Course Description: This course will challenge students to look at the health science field from holistic and analytic perspectives to provide a basis for making sound personal health choices. Students will examine the range of philosophies that guide health care and consider ethical decision within those contexts. Understanding the basic anatomy and physiology of the human body will provide a context for studying the normal and abnormal functioning of various body systems, including the role of nutrition and metabolism. Lastly, students will examine diagnostic tools and procedures and how they are used to inform treatment. Students will also

- 13 - investigate the range of health science careers and post-secondary programs available in Saskatchewan. Prerequisite: Science 10 or 11

PHYSICAL SCIENCE 20 - Course Description- This course combines chemistry

and physics in an integrated manner to investigate concepts related to heating and cooling, the foundations of chemistry, including the mole and quantitative analysis of molecules and chemical reactions, and the characteristics and properties of waves. An overarching theme is the study of the enterprise of public and private science as it occurs in agriculture, industry, and universities to help students better understand various physical science related career paths. Student inquiry will guide independent investigations of physical science phenomena. Prerequisite: Science 10 or 11

BIOLOGY 30 - Course Description- The major themes of this course are to examine

the significance of evolution as a key unifying theme in biology and to explore what life is and how it changes over time. Students will examine the organization of life in all kingdoms through the study of biomolecules, cellular processes, and organism function. In genetics and biotechnology, students will explore inheritance, and how information is stored, transmitted, and expressed at chromosomal and molecular levels. Student inquiry will guide independent investigations of biology-related phenomena. Prerequisite: Environmental Science 20 or Health Science 20

CHEMISTRY 30 - Course Description - A major focus of the course is the study of

the role of chemical properties and bonds in determining what makes materials suitable for use in specific applications. Students will actively investigate the nature of equilibrium in chemical reactions. In electrochemistry, students explore oxidation-reduction reactions and the impact of electrochemistry on society and the environment. Other topics include organic compounds and acid-base chemistry. Student inquiry will guide independent investigations of chemistry-related phenomena. Prerequisite: Physical Science 20

PHYSICS 30 - Course Description - In this course, students investigate concepts

related to modern physics such as quantum mechanics, relativity, and nuclear physics. Students will analyze motion and the forces that cause motion from the perspective of Newtonian mechanics. Using the conservation laws of momentum and energy, students will analyze and predict the results of interactions between objects. Lastly, students will explore gravitational, electric, and magnetic fields and their interactions. Student inquiry will guide independent investigations of physics-related phenomena. Prerequisite: Physical Science 20

SOCIAL SCIENCES

SOCIAL STUDIES 10 – This course helps students to understand concepts involving economics and politics. An emphasis is placed on current political and economic issues within the Government of Canada and the world. Units include Political & Economic Decision Making, International Economics & Political Relations, and Ideology.

SOCIAL STUDIES 11 - This course is designed to satisfy the grade 10 social

requirement and meet the needs of students who have had difficulty with Social 9 or 10. Topics include Political Decision Making, Economic Decision Making, Ideology and International, Economic and Political Relations.

SOCIAL STUDIES 20 - Social Studies 20 takes an in-depth look at the state of our

world today. Human rights, population and its burden on the environment, approaches to protecting habitat while maintaining our standard of living, the distribution of wealth, and the need for international security are the focus topics. Through self-guided research, case studies from history as well as current issues will be examined in each topic area. Dialectical reasoning (examining all sides of an issue) and social activism will be practiced to help students gain an understanding of why world problems are so complex and what they can do to be more involved in the world around them.

SOCIAL STUDIES 30 - The goal of the Social Studies 30 course is to help students

understand the major issues facing Canadians. Discussion includes social change throughout history, people-land relationships, cross-cultural relationships, the governance of Canadian society, and Canada's place in the global community. This course takes a non-chronological look at Canada’s history and examines the current issues Canada faces because of choices made in the past. *Please note: History 30 and Social 30 present very similar content as they are both considered Canadian Studies courses. However, students may earn a credit in both courses if they wish as the obviously similar historical information is presented in very different ways in each class.

SOCIAL STUDIES 31 - This course is recommended for students who are in the

modified program and who have experienced difficulty with the 30 levels. This course closely parallels the themes of the Social Studies 30 program which studies the geographical, cultural, political and international influences in Canada.

HISTORY 10 – This course covers European history from the Renaissance to

Napoleon. It begins by examining the rebirth of learning in Europe during the 14th Century and then moves on to look at the Reformation. Students will examine the development of overseas empires by the various European powers; trace the emergence of new nations; The Age of Reason and “The Enlightenment”; American Revolution; French Revolution. The course ends with a review of the balance of power that resulted from an end to the Napoleonic Wars. This program uses the past to show students how fundamental social organizations develop din the late 18th and 19th centuries.

- 14 - HISTORY 20 – The goal of History 20 is to help students understand the major issues

facing humanity at the end of the 20th century. The program examines the conditions, ideas, and events of the 20th century that gave rise to the issues such as human rights, population growth, and wealth create, environmental change, and world governance. The course places emphasis on "international conflict" and "ideologies of the 20th century". Major areas of emphasis include: World War I, World War II, United Nations and a study of the problems facing the contemporary world.

HISTORY 30 – This course highlights all major events in Canada’s history with which

all Canadian Citizens should be familiar. The course examines many topics including: Indigenous peoples, European explorers, The Seven Years’ War, The War of 1812, Confederation, the Northwest Takeover, Louis Riel, the National Policy, the Gold Rush, Western Immigration, and others through to present day.

LAW 30 – This is an activity based course with an emphasis on learning about

criminal and civil law through case studies and trials. Students learn about Canadian Law through lecture, research, and mock trials. Units include: Procedural Law, Criminal Law, & Civil Law.

NATIVE STUDIES 10 - The aim of Native Studies 10 is to help all students develop

their knowledge, positive attitudes and cultural understanding about First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. The unique history of Aboriginal peoples is part of our traditions, history and present reality. The study of our Aboriginal peoples will give students the opportunity to understand and respect one another. Native Studies 10 Units are: Identities and the World, Community and Kinship, Governance, and Economies.

PSYCHOLOGY 20 – The study of human behavior and mental processes in a social

context. It is a course designed to guide the students to a better understanding of themselves as individuals in their own right, and as part of the larger social context of their families, friends, and citizens of their country in a global community. Topics include: What is social psychology? Who am I? How do we make sense of our world? How do we act and interact in a social world?

PSYCHOLOGY 30 - The study of human development across the time spans of

human life. Students will learn about human growth and changes in behavior associated with age, including the various stages of development from conception to old age, and apply such knowledge to investigate issues in their everyday lives. This course consists of a number of units including: Introduction of Developmental Psychology, Adolescence, Conception to Birth, Infancy, Early to Middle Childhood, and Adulthood to Old Age.

CHRISTIAN ETHICS 10 - This course is based on the life, death, and resurrection of

Jesus and the impact they have had on our understanding of Jesus. The students begin by looking at their own life story. This is then related to the story of the Bible and how we are a continuation of God’s work. We also learn what Jesus’ call to “come follow me” might mean for us today.

CHRISTIAN ETHICS 20 - This course is based on the Church and moral guidelines offered through the virtues. The students will look at the nature of the Christian community and what living in and belonging to the Christian Community entails. Through studying the virtues the students will come to understand better Christian moral guidelines.

CHRISTIAN ETHICS 30 - This course is based on what it means to live a Christian

lifestyle. Students look at how the Christian message guides our search for self-understanding; gives meaning to life, death and belief; relationships and commitments; major world religions and spiritualties and their major contributions.

**Christian Ethics can be recognized as a PAA credit.

PRACTICAL AND APPLIED ARTS These classes are designed to give students information and experience in several major fields of work and employment, which helps to create a full awareness of the processes and options which exist in our culture. One of the very important purposes of such career-oriented skill classes is to help students make a more informed and more satisfying career choice. All of the grade 9 and 10 Tech-Ed courses will better equip students with elementary knowledge and skills for living in our technological society. All of the grade 11 and 12 Tech-Ed courses recommend grade 10 courses as prerequisites. Development of the knowledge and skills at the grade 11 and 12 levels will enable the student to launch into a career in the various technological fields as well as into many trades. Students who take a significant number of classes in a particular trade area and who want to pursue that trade through apprenticeship may apply for “internship” through the career and work exploration class.

Special Personal Equipment Required by Students

(Do not purchase until after the course begins) Auto Body Repair - safety glasses, shop coat or coveralls Construction - goggles or safety glasses, tape measure Drafting - pencils, eraser Electricity – safety Glasses Machine Shop - goggles or safety glasses, shop coat Mechanics - safety glasses, coveralls or shop coat Welding - goggles or safety glasses, coveralls, welding gloves Students are still encouraged to sign up for two of these credits. Eg. A student can take cooking and machining and receive 2 credits for the two classes. The list of classes are available below. Autobody Mechanics Cooking Welding Construction Electricity Drafting Mechanics Digital Photography and Editing Cosmetology Machining Accounting Information Processing

- 15 - AUTOBODY - Auto Body 10, 20, 30 are competency based courses. This means that each task or unit must be completed to an acceptable level of competency or completion before credit will be given for it. The curriculum that is implemented is provided by I-CAR, which recognizes the accomplishments of students’ training through approved training providers. After successful completion of the program and application, Gold Class points can be awarded to students upon successful completion of Alliance programs. AUTOBODY REPAIR 10 - Introduction to skills necessary for collision repair of the

automobile, sheet metal straightening, knowledge and use of the hand tools and body filler application, names of car parts and their locations on the car. Basic painting is introduced and if time allows air brushing. Students will also be introduced to mig welding on sheet metal and some of the theory as well as in shop safety.

AUTOBODY REPAIR 20 – (Recommended Prerequisite is Auto Body 10) This course

provides instruction in Auto Body welding using GMAW (MIG), OXY/ACE as well as Plasma cutting on thin gauge steel and aluminum. Plastic repair methods using late model bumpers are performed. Basic collision repair methods are performed on vehicles.

AUTOBODY REPAIR 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite is Auto Body 20) This course

provides advanced instruction to painting materials and spot refinishing. Custom painting and airbrushing are also instructed. The student is required to participate in the body repair of a shop project for 20 shop hours prior to commencing work on his personal or friend’s project. A flat rate of $150.00 charged for repair and repaint of each automobile. Student owners are responsible for the cost of primers, base coats and clear coats as well as any high volume of chemical strippers.

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGIES (AST) – These classes are mainly competency-based theory with the focus of mostly hands on shop work. For the hands on part of the course you are expected to work in the shop diagnosing and repairing automotive service problems. Shop hours worked relate directly to a percent mark. A student successfully completing all four courses will be adequately prepared to pursue a rewarding career in a variety of associated trades and technologies. MECHANICS 10 - This course introduces the student to the automobile and small

engines by studying various components and related theories of operation. Lab procedures involve the use of hand tools, servicing of the automobile and small engines. This course along with Electricity 10 is recommended in preparation for Mechanics 20.

MECHANICS 20A - (Recommended Prerequisite Mechanics 10) This course studies

the basics of automotive engines, tires, and brakes. Related practical lab assignments involve the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of unit components. There are opportunities for the student to learn any aspect of the automotive systems in this course of study. It is not limited to the studies mentioned above. Students learn the use of various pieces of shop repair, test, and diagnostic equipment.

MECHANICS 20B – (Recommended Prerequisite Mechanics 10) This course includes a detailed study of the gasoline internal combustion engine. Related practical assignments involve the complete disassembly, diagnosis, and reassembly of the engine. Various pieces of automotive machine shop equipment are also utilized. A high level of accuracy is emphasized through the use of precision measuring instruments. Students that are planning on rebuilding an engine in this class are encouraged to put overtime in to ensure the engine is completed. Accuracy and quality workmanship is emphasized at the grade 12 level.

MECHANICS 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite Mechanics 10) The course studies

the basics of electrical systems, electronics, starting systems, charging systems, ignition systems, carburetors, with a main focus on fuel injection systems. There are opportunities for the student to learn any aspect of the automotive systems in this course of study. Students learn the use of various pieces of shop test, and diagnostic equipment. Related practical applications involve disassembly, inspection, necessary repairs and reassembly of unit components. Student, and others, vehicles are accepted for various operations. Accuracy and quality workmanship is emphasized.

NOTE: Four classes-Mechanics 10, 20A, 20B, 30A- are recommended for those

interested in a career in the Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering and Automotive Service Technology fields.

BUSINESS EDUCATION The world of business is an exciting and complex one! The courses available here will provide students with a glimpse of what it is like to work in the fast paced business world. In addition these courses strive to teach for and about business and aim to develop skills which will assist students in becoming a future business owner, skilled and talented employee, smart consumer and a personal financial manager. CAREER AND WORK EXPLORATION 20, A30 AND B30 These courses have been developed for all students to explore career pathways to see what fits and to begin to plan for their future. Students can gain practical work experience as well as see what it’s really like to be a professional in their area(s) of interest. There are opportunities throughout the community in various trades, retail and other business, administration, education, health care professions, broadcasting, etc. CWEX 20 is comprised of approximately 60 hours of work placements in one or more settings, and 40 hours of in-class study which focuses on career awareness and exploration. Students must have their own transportation.

CWEX A30 and B30 are comprised of 75 hours or more of work placement, preferably in one location, plus classroom studies which focus on Educational and Occupational Research and building a Career Portfolio. Students must have their own transportation.

- 16 - ACCOUNTING 10 - Students learn the language of business that they will use

throughout their lives both personally and professionally. This introductory course presents the student with the basics of the double-entry accounting cycle for a service business. Double-entry accounting is widely used in the business community, and by accounting and bookkeeping professionals. It is also the foundation upon which accounting software is developed. The course will also cover banking and personal finance.

ACCOUNTING 20 - (Recommended Prerequisite Accounting 10) The core module of

this course is designed to help students understand the purpose and basic operations of a merchandising business. Students practice analyzing financial statements to determine the viability of a business and to make business decisions. These skills may be used for investment purposes and for the successful operation of a business.

ACCOUNTING 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite Accounting 20) Introductory

Management Accounting and Financial Statement Analysis. Students will learn to analyze and use financial statements effectively when making management decisions. The management process will be explored so that students may understand management accounting. Students will learn how accounting information helps managers and business owners make strategic planning decisions and cost-benefit analysis.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 30 - Do you dream of running your own business? The

course is designed to help students to understand the role of small business and the entrepreneur in the economy. Students will enhance their creativity, organizational, and research skills. In-class learning, partnerships, and contact with the community will provide the learning experiences necessary for each student to develop a business plan, run a venture and hopefully make some money along the way! This is one experiential learning opportunity you won't want to miss out on!

INFORMATION PROCESSING 10 – This course focuses on introducing the skills

necessary to effectively utilize computers and software applications for personal use. Students will be introduced to basic computer care, keyboarding, Internet skills, Spreadsheet use, and Business/Career Ed simulations. Multimedia units include computer assisted presentations and computer assisted graphics editing.

INFORMATION PROCESSING 20 – Students will continue to explore practical

applications for the home and office. Units of study will include keyboarding, Business/Career Ed simulations, advanced spreadsheets and computer assisted presentations. Multimedia components will include advanced image editing, an introduction to web site design, an introduction to desktop publishing, and introduction to databases.

INFORMATION PROCESSING 30 – At this advanced level, students will explore

advanced keyboarding, advanced spreadsheets, Business/Career Ed simulations, advanced computer assisted presentations. Multimedia components will include advanced graphic editing, advanced web site design and advanced desktop publishing.

PERSONAL FINANCE 20- Financial Literacy is developed to inform consumers with the habits, attitudes, and critical thinking skills necessary to approach financial decisions ethically and with competence and confidence. We will look at earning, saving, spending, borrowing, sharing, investing and protecting.

PERSONAL FINANCE 30 – Ever wanted to know how to make money by doing

nothing at all? Prepare a budget? Rent an apartment? Buy a house? Lease or buy a vehicle, quad, snowmobile or boat? Then this class is for you! With the increasing debt loads of students and the rising number of personal bankruptcies, the need for financial management skills is greater than ever. This class was created in order to address this growing concern, and the course is designed to provide students with a broad base of knowledge and skills related to personal financial management

COMMERCIAL COOKING Everyone needs to eat! Students who take these classes learn the basics of cooking and move forward into advance ideas and terms found in commercial kitchen. Not everyone wants to be a Chef, but life lessons are valued here from hard work, to learning to feed yourself and others good food. Portion control, money, and recipe structures work together to give the students the creativity to develop their own ideas about foods. In this environment, ideas are welcome and shared. COMMERCIAL COOKING 10 - This entry level class offers information in all food

preparation areas by means of presentation in both practical and theory formats. Many students enroll in this program to learn how to prepare and display foods correctly and safely. Some units covered at this level include: Safety, Sanitation, Hygiene, Breakfast, Pastry, Vegetable Preparation, Beef Cuts, Purchasing and Cooking, Soups, Cakes and Cookies. All students, at the beginning of the course, will take FoodSafe Level 1. Students will receive their certificate after successful completion of the course.

COMMERCIAL COOKING 20 - (Recommended Prerequisite CoCo10) Knowledge

from cooking 10 will be applied at this level. Students will feel the heat of working while they learn in a real kitchen environment. This is a high-paced high-energy class where the students prepare all of the food for the cafeteria while learning how to cook at the same time. Students will gain valuable experience about working in a restaurant and learn about the pressure there is to ensure that a wholesome lunch is ready to go at the designated time.

COMMERCIAL COOKING 20L (PAA 20) - (Recommended Prerequisite CoCo10) Students will learn how to properly interact with the public. Students will take modules from Food Studies, Commercial Cooking and Restaurant and Hospitality. Students will learn how to cook for a small restaurant with all aspects including dining room service. Assignments are an independent part of the class while emphasis is put on the restaurant service.

- 17 - COMMERCIAL COOKING 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite CoCo20 or CoCo20L)

The purpose of this level is to allow the students to demonstrate their food preparation skills on a higher level with more attention to detail. Students are expected to build on the skills they learned in Cooking 20 and take on more independent roles as cooks in the kitchen. The students are also exposed to banquet cooking including set up and preparation & mise en place (meaning everything ready) - pre-preparation completed. Students, in the last 2 weeks of the semester must manage the kitchen as their final exam.

COMMERCIAL COOKING 30L - (Recommended Prerequisite CoCo20 or CoCo20L)

Students manage and operate the short-order style restaurant. With their experience from 20L they will perform leadership roles taking charge of the kitchen, invoicing, keeping financial records and keeping the catering services in order. This gives students experience in managing a restaurant, and experiencing the role of a Chef.

*Note* If a student completes all of the cooking classes, the time is credited towards

their Journeyperson status and they may write the Level I articulation to apprenticeship exam in their grade XII year. This exam is administered by Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification.

COMMUNICATION MEDIA Communication Media introduces students to skills and concepts related to media industries including photography, television/video and movie production, print and graphic design, radio and audio production, as well as interactive new media and animation. Throughout each course, students will complete engaging group projects and activities that will help them learn how to effectively use several media technologies and develop an understanding of how different areas of technology can connect. Students also gain a thorough understanding of current media trends and the career pathways that can lead to employment in this field. CM 20 (COMMUNICATION MEDIA) – This course introduces students to the basics

of communicating a message and effectively telling a story using video and audio. With state of the art video cameras and editing programs, students will produce music videos, TV commercials, and other projects.

CM 30 (COMMUNICATION MEDIA) – In this course, students will work on projects

relating to TV/film and other areas of media. They will use the latest Digital SLR cameras, video effects, and production equipment to produce projects in animation, advertising, and other communication areas.

PHOTOGRAPHY 10 – Students taking this class will learn to make photographs, and

not just snap a picture. They will use up-to-date Digital SLR cameras to make photographs. Students will develop the skills to be able to use any camera in something other than green automatic mode. They will also develop the workflow to get photos from the camera and into the computer for editing.

CONSTRUCTION-The construction program at E.C.S. offers students in grades 10-12 an opportunity to learn about and work with a variety of hand and power tools. While in the program students learn about safe tool use, building products, wood joinery and building code. Students also learn about systems of measurement, complete trade math and work towards developing an understanding of the industry standard in Carpentry and Cabinet making. Student understanding of the content is reinforced with the application of knowledge and skills through the completion of applicable projects and building applications. Students interested in working with tools and working towards a career in one of the many building trades should sign up for courses in the construction program. CONSTRUCTION 10 – Students learn about basic building materials, systems of

measurement and application, hand tools, power tools, how to read and follow a project plan and safe use of hand and power tools. Students complete two projects in Construction 10. Project one allows students to work through a series of applications as they relate to a basic wood working project. Project two gives students the opportunity to develop an understanding of wood dressing and wood joinery as it relates to cabinetry and the cabinetry industry. Students will be expected to have a pair of safety glasses and wear them at all times in the shop. Students in grade 10 do not pay fees for projects.

CONSTRUCTION 20 - (Recommended Prerequisite - Construction 10) Students

expand on their knowledge of building materials, review the safety and expectations for hand and power tool use, review measurement practices and work towards developing a further understanding of wood working projects. Also expand their knowledge of building code as it relates to residential framing and intermediate wood joinery as it applies to cabinetry. The construction elements of the course will be applied to the building of a community solicited project. The cabinetry element will center on a cabinetry project designed to give students experience with advanced machine use, methods of joinery, and finishing procedures. Each student will be required to pay the cost of materials used in the cabinetry project. Students will be expected to have a pair of safety glasses and wear them at all times in the shop.

CONSTRUCTION 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite - Construction 20) Students

review all elements of shop safety, measurement, building products and project planning. Students concentrate on rafters, roofing and advanced cabinetry and design. Students are expected to choose and pay for all materials required to construct an advanced caliber project around which instruction in special machine operations, advanced finishing techniques, and high quality workmanship can be taught. The framing element will involve participation in a building project solicited from the community. Each student will be required to pay the cost of materials used in the cabinetry project. Students are expected to have a pair of safety glasses and agree to wear them at all times.

* Assigned projects for operational practice are at no charge to students; materials

used in cabinetry projects are totally the responsibility of the student, with the exception of Grade 10, wood, hardware, finishing materials, abrasives, etc.

- 18 - COSMETOLOGY - This course is offered at all three grade levels. The objective of this course is to create a greater awareness of one's self-esteem, personal appearance and communication skills. After choosing one, two or three years of this program, students may pursue choices regarding their futures in a wide variety of cosmetology options. This provides an awareness of career options at a post secondary level in the technical fields. COSMETOLOGY 10 - This serves as an introduction to beauty culture in general. It

includes: theory on professional development, bacteriology, sanitation and sterilization, hair and disorders, nails and disorders, skin, makeup, and general salon services. General “hands-on” experiences in basic hairstyling as well as manicuring, braiding, shampooing, and facials.

COSMETOLOGY 20 - (Recommended Prerequisite is Cosmetology 10) This course

includes: theory on ethics, sanitary methods and procedures, facial shape analysis, chemistry-shampooing and pH scale, review of hair/nails and their disorders, skin and disorders, as well as salon services. General "hands-on" experiences in short/long hairstyling, customer service, makeup, haircutting, and permanent wave wraps (general understanding and practice). There are some opportunities to participate in competitions.

COSMETOLOGY 20L (PAA 20) - (Recommended Prerequisite is Cosmetology 10)

The uniqueness of this program is the introduction of esthetics, fashion and theater. Students will study and practice the esthetic area of the cosmetology profession including ethical conduct, safety, sanitation, client consultation, skin and nail care, manicures, pedicures, make-up, and facials and massage techniques. There are some opportunities to participate in competition. Students will investigate and apply fashion history, terminology, design fundamentals, as well as sketching. They will compose a fashion analysis and fashion design layout as required by a fashion designer.

Students will become aware of the role of a make-up artist during a theater production. Students will study make-up and hair design/application related to a production. Students can participate to "put on a show" - through our many school productions, by volunteering hours as a member of the ECS Make-up/Hair Team.

COSMETOLOGY 30 (Recommended Prerequisite is Cosmetology 10 and 20) The

course at this level is a thorough review of all theory areas, and this course will also study anatomy and physiology. Advanced work in the following areas include: hairstyling, permanent waving techniques, and haircutting. The practical work is evaluated on accuracy, neatness, and understanding of each styling method. This course includes a salon management project that has students design a salon floor plan, calculate possible earnings, as well as deduct their expenses. There are some opportunities to participate in competitions.

COSMETOLOGY 30L - (Recommended Prerequisite is Cosmo 30) This course is an

advancement of Cosmetology 30, leading into a second credit at this grade level. The purpose of this level is to promote advanced work in design composition - considering details such as form, balance, proportion and theme. To extend the study of haircutting, and introduce special permanent waving techniques – preparation and chemical procedures, and design

styles with hairpieces. To understand chemistry related to hair color and apply this learning to coloring techniques, preparations, and applications.

DRAFTING - Students interested in pursuing a career associated with the technology of drafting or computer graphics should consider taking high school drafting. It is a second language which serves engineering students, technology students, design students as well as numerous other specialized university or technical school programs very well although not listed as a prerequisite in entrance requirements. Students will be expected to learn and demonstrate the professional qualities of careful, precise independent work coupled with patient, perseverant problem solving attitudes. They need to take pride in their work and at the same time recognize that in the workplace speedy efficient production of the work is essential. Students will need to learn how to become self-starters. DRAFTING 10 - This introductory class will cover basic drafting and design theory

and will provide students with the opportunities to acquire knowledge and develop skills in CADD drafting systems. Common learning skills that are developed include numeracy, technical literacy, critical and creative learning. An excellent class for students who are considering future education in design, engineering, architecture, CAD technologies, building systems or any number of trade areas; and for general knowledge of technology.

DRAFTING/CAD 20- (Recommended Prerequisite is Drafting 10) This technical

communication course covers intermediate level drafting and design theory and practice. Emphasis is on working drawings and plans for machine parts, advanced dimensioning, geometric construction, residence design and plot. Students will use both mechanical drafting tools and CADD Drafting Systems. An excellent class for students who are considering future education in design, engineering, architecture, interior design, and surveying, construction technology, CAD, CAM, CNC technologies, building systems or any number of areas.3D modelling and printing will be introduced in this class. A fee of $40.00 per student is required before students print any items. This covers the cost of the materials for this course.

DRAFTING/CAD 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite is Drafting 20) This is a specific,

technical communication course. Covers advanced level of drafting and design theory using CADD Drafting Systems. The students will produce a number of drawings for architectural projects. Common essential learning skills that are developed include numeracy, technical literacy, critical and creative learning. The students will produce a portfolio including the design of an advanced set of blueprints. An excellent class for students who are considering future education in design, engineering, architecture, CAD technologies, building systems or any number of trade areas. Advanced 3D modelling and printing will be a large part of this class. To cover the expenses for the filament for the 3D printer, a fee of $45.00 per student is required before students print any items.

ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION – Electricity is everywhere, so why not learn how to make it do what you want it to do. Students learn everything from simple circuits in grade 10, to industrial applications in grade 12. From houses, to 3 phase motors students will study most of the spectrum of electrical and prepare installations that reflect them.

- 19 - ELECTRICITY 10 - This class is aimed at giving each student a basic understanding

of electrical theory, circuits, conductors, switches and receptacles. The students practice what they have learned on circuit practice boards using standard electrical materials.

ELECTRICITY 20 – (Recommended Prerequisite Electricity 10). This course expands

on the information and practice gained in Electricity 10 and focuses on the theory and practice of residential wiring. A focus is put on understanding the Canadian Electrical Code, while the use of this knowledge is put into practice through residential wiring. Students will mount electrical boxes, switches, lights and receptacles according to the code. The ECS electrical shop has an 8 room house where students wire each room to the code. The rooms are designated the same as in a house and each student has the opportunity to wire lights, receptacles, stove and dryer plugs, fluorescent lights, low voltage lights and doorbells. A mast and power meter is installed, and the students must bring the power into a panel box.

ELECTRICITY 30 - (Recommended Prerequisite Electricity 20) The course finishes

the knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code with respect to residential wiring. Students learn to wire heavy appliances in the house along with smoke alarms. Grade 12’s take on a leadership role in working with the grade 11 classes. Students learn about transformers, both wye and delta, along with single phase and three phase motors. Emphasis is put on motor control where students learn how to, in practical situations, wire motor controls that they would see in the field. Students have access to the same equipment as they would be working on in the southeast in the electrical trade.

MACHINING - The main objective of this program is to give students a general understanding of what machining is and how students may use machining in their future. It is not the intent of this program to train journey person machinists but to help students obtain a good understanding of the machining trade and help them obtain employment in the future. MACHINING 10 - The emphasis of this class is on safety. The topics of personal

safety and machine safety are highly stressed. This course includes the Introduction of bench work, measurement, hand tools, lathe work, and milling. Machine Shop students will take the study of the above topics and apply them in the shop to make projects out of different metals.

MACHINING 20 - (Highly Recommended Prerequisite is Machining 10) This class is

based around the lathe and milling, but adds new machines like surface grinding. Students will take what they learned in Machining 10 and build on those skills. We study things such as lathe and milling tools, shoulder turning, parting, filing and polishing, three and four jaw chunks, dial indicators, speeds, feeds, depth of cut, taper cutting, intermediate milling techniques, surface grinding, and threading. Students do projects that incorporate the use of the above topics. These projects may be student projects or projects assigned by the instructor.

MACHINING 30 - (Highly Recommended Prerequisite is Machining 20) This is the

final, the most advanced and most interesting machining class. This class begins with an advanced procedures of the lathe with a wide variety of projects for the students to do. Students will also study advanced milling

machine techniques like indexing. Students will use these machines to produce more difficult projects that they will take home.

NOTE: Machining students need a pair of safety glasses. These safety glasses

may be brought from home or they may be purchased in the school office for about $3, gloves may be necessary but are optional.

WELDING - The main objective of this program is to give students a general understanding of what welding is and how students may use welding in their future. It is not the intent of this program to train journey person welders but to help students obtain a good understanding of the welding trade and help them obtain employment in the future. WELDING 10 - The emphasis of this class is safety. The safe handling of many

welding tools and equipment will be demonstrated, as is the proper type of eye protection for all welding situations. Students will be introduced to different types of welding in an introductory manner, as well as cutting metal. Students will build a small project appropriate to their skill level.

WELDING 20 – (Highly Recommended Prerequisite is Welding 10) This class

further develops the skills attained in Welding 10. Students will study a variety of methods of fitting up metal, joining them together, and identifying flaws. Students will weld with Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, and Oxy-Acetylene Welding in multiple positions like horizontal and vertical. The expectations for this class will build on what you gained in Welding 10 including a greater difficulty project. Students may also get time doing repair, maintenance, or welding a project of their choice.

WELDING A30 – (Highly Recommended Prerequisite is Welding 20) This course is

open to grade 11 and 12 students to gain more advanced methods of welding with SMAW, GMAW, and multiple methods of cutting. Students will construct a project with greater difficulty than Welding 20, or assist with repair and maintenance projects. The expectations for this class will build on what you gained in Welding 20.

WELDING B30- (Highly Recommended Prerequisite is Welding A30) Students in

this course will expand the skills they have earned in all previous welding classes. Expectations for work quality are at their toughest in this course. Students will gain experience with some of the most difficult parts of welding like overhead position. Students will construct a project of their choice appropriate to their skill level, or assist with repair and maintenance projects. Students will have the opportunity to learn CNC plasma table cutting techniques to assist in construction of their project.

**Welding students need a pair of leather gloves and a pair of safety

glasses. These gloves and glasses may be a used pair brought from home or they may be purchased in the school office. Students are also encouraged to wear coveralls or overalls to protect their clothing.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES RESPONSE TRAINING 10L – The main objective of this

course is to allow students to acquire knowledge and develop skills used in emergency services, and to become familiar with career opportunities within the industry. Students will be introduced to the working culture of the fire, police, EMS, and Search & Rescue services. As well, students are provided the opportunity to achieve recognized certifications like CPR level C and AED which will be required to pass the class. This course includes hands on technical skills, like fire extinguisher use, donning firefighting PPE, a ride along with police, and mock communications and search and rescue situations. Students will also have the opportunity to explore career and post-secondary options in the public safety sector and develop personal knowledge and skills in order to engage in the safety initiatives of the local community.

Special Note about ESRT 10L: A high volume of interest &

enrollment in this class is expected. Interested students are required to read, fully understand and sign an application letter. See Mr. Kroeker for this letter.

LEADERSHIP 30L – This course is designed to expand leadership capacity, promote

personal growth, and develop a sense of value towards leadership among youth with a focus on intrapersonal/individual leadership and interpersonal/group leadership in. Leadership 30L will provide students with the opportunity to participate in a unique blend of traditional classroom instruction integrated with independent and school-based inquiry including project-based learning.

ADDITIONAL CREDIT OPTIONS To meet the requirements for graduation, students have additional credit options available to them outside the regular school program. Each credit option requires the student to prepare a specific plan for learning and a commitment from outside evaluators to supervise and evaluate this plan. Approval for each credit option must be obtained from the Southeast Cornerstone Public School Division #209 prior to commencement. Please contact ECS Student Services for more information and applications for these alternative credit options. APPRENTICESHIP CREDIT Student employed under the supervision of a journeyperson may earn up to four (4) Apprenticeship credits on the basis of work proposed and completed by the student. The hours worked are accumulated outside of the student’s school day. SPECIAL PROJECT CREDIT Students may earn up to three (3) Special Project Credits. These credits are based on student achievement in areas outside the regular high school program. Areas of study may include community service, technology, the performing arts, athletics, and entrepreneurship. SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM SYA enhances student career development by exploring the world of opportunities skilled trades offer Saskatchewan youth. Youth who complete all three levels and register as an apprentice in a designated trade within five years receive the following benefits: waiver of registration fee, no charge for the first level of technical training tuition, and 300 hours of trade time credit.

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DRIVER EDUCATION 10 - The Driver Education course offers 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of instruction in the car. The classroom instruction is held daily from 3:40p.m. – 5:50p.m. for a period of 15 school days. Department regulations require 30 hours of in-class instruction. Instruction in the car begins after the student receives a learners’ license. The success of the Driver Education program partly depends on the students' opportunity to practice. Along with in-car instruction students are expected to drive regularly with a parent or experienced driver. Driver Education/15th Birthday Correlation Schedule: *Specific dates may change from year to year If 15th birthday falls:

Driver Education Section:

September 1st to October 31st DRED 1 November 1st to December 31st DRED 2 January 1st to February 29th DRED 3 March 1st to April 30th DRED 4 May 1st to June 30th DRED 5 July 1st to August 31st DRED 6 *year refers to calendar year **Students must be a minimum of 14 years 6 months old to enroll

***If the student is older than 15 when entering ECS, the earliest Drivers Education section available should be taken.

Students in DRED 1 should be prepared to start class the first day of the school year. Dates for DRED 2 – DRED 6 will be set near the beginning of the new school year and a letter indicating these dates will be distributed at registration. THEORY CONTENT: - Basic legislation on rules of the road, driver’s licenses and Motor Vehicle Standards - Basic control of vehicle: turns, lanes, backing, parking - Introduction to safe driving techniques - Accident avoidance techniques - Winter Driving - Driver condition /Risks of Impairment - Emergencies IN-CAR EXPERIENCE: - Basic control - Gravel road techniques - City driving - Night driving (optional) - Highway driving - Parking